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But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have… Ephesians 2:13

But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ.
Ephesians 2:13 Jesus nearness blood
But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.
Matthew 5:44 love prayer persecution

“Let the one who boasts, boast in the Lord.” For it is not those who commend themselves that are approved, but those whom the Lord commends.
2 Corinthians 10:17-18 reliability pride
Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” And I said, “Here am I; send me!”
Isaiah 6:8 prophecy evangelism speaking
The commandment we have from him is this: those who love God must love their brothers and sisters also.
1 John 4:21 law love friendship
For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.
2 Corinthians 5:21 sin righteousness mediator
Who has performed and done this,
calling the generations from the beginning?
I, the Lord, am first,
and will be with the last.
Isaiah 41:4 God strength
Be strong, and let your heart take courage,
all you who wait for the Lord.
Psalm 31:24 hope encouragement heart
He it is who gave himself for us that he might redeem us from all iniquity and purify for himself a people of his own who are zealous for good deeds.
Titus 2:14 sacrifice purification goodness
Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.
Luke 15:7 conversion repentance joy
The Lord redeems the life of his servants;
none of those who take refuge in him will be condemned.
Psalm 34:22 salvation life protection
As for those who in the present age are rich, command them not to be haughty, or to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches, but rather on God who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.
1 Timothy 6:17 money joy materialism
Then Jesus answered them, “My teaching is not mine but his who sent me.”
John 7:16 Jesus Word of God learning
Speak out for those who cannot speak,
for the rights of all the destitute.
Proverbs 31:8 speaking weakness
No one has ever seen God. It is God the only Son, who is close to the Father's heart, who has made him known.
John 1:18 Jesus Father nearness
Very truly, I tell you, whoever receives one whom I send receives me; and whoever receives me receives him who sent me.
John 13:20 gentleness Jesus community
For he will repay according to each one's deeds.
Romans 2:6 righteousness reward
He will not let your foot be moved;
he who keeps you will not slumber.
Psalm 121:3 trust reliability dependence
And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace for those who make peace.
James 3:18 righteousness peace harvest
Because I delivered the poor who cried,
and the orphan who had no helper.
The blessing of the wretched came upon me,
and I caused the widow's heart to sing for joy.
Job 29:12-13 widows orphans poverty
Blessed is anyone who endures temptation. Such a one has stood the test and will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.
James 1:12 reward temptation life
O how abundant is your goodness
that you have laid up for those who fear you,
and accomplished for those who take refuge in you,
in the sight of everyone!
Psalm 31:19 trust fear blessing
For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God.
Romans 8:14 obedience Spirit children
Everyone who commits sin is guilty of lawlessness; sin is lawlessness.
1 John 3:4 sin law righteousness
Great peace have those who love your law;
nothing can make them stumble.
Psalm 119:165 law peace